Pittosporum eriocarpum
Pittosporum eriocarpum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (21 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Pittosporum eriocarpum, is a distinctive medicinal shrub valued in traditional healing practices. Native to specific ecological niches, this plant is recognized for its unique botanical properties. Researchers study its bioactive compounds to explore potential therapeutic applications, particularly in addressing various ailments through its natural chemical constituents.
- Family
- Pittosporaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Fruit · Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Pittosporum eriocarpumSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Apiales and sits within the family Pittosporaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Pittosporum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Pittosporaceae |
| Genus | Pittosporum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is a specific medicinal species found within the vast region of the Indian Subcontinent. Its presence is primarily documented throughout the diverse landscapes of India. More specifically, it can be located within the rugged terrain of the West Himalaya. This mountainous range provides the ideal environmental conditions necessary for its growth. Consequently, its geographical footprint is closely tied to these specific high-altitude areas.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Pittosporum eriocarpum has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit, leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit
- Natural product research
Leaf
- Natural product research
Chemicals
Pittosporum eriocarpum has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CATECHIN, Falcarinol, Flavonoid, ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE, Tannin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CATECHIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Falcarinol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tetradecanoic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ferulic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CATECHIN
- Natural product research
Falcarinol
- Natural product research
Flavonoid
- Natural product research
ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE
- Natural product research
Tannin
- Natural product research
Tetradecanoic acid
- Natural product research
ferulic acid
- Natural product research
Conditions
Pittosporum eriocarpum has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include gram-negative bacteria.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Gram-negative bacteria | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Gram-negative bacteria
- Natural product research